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La California

Check out the restaurants, shopping and museums while spending some time in La California. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like National Museum of Costa Rica or National Center of Art and Culture.

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Aerial view of La Sabana Park, Costa Rica National Stadium and San Jose, Costa Rica Skyline

Barrio Escalante

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Escalante and surrounding area, you can visit San Pedro Mall and National Center of Art and Culture.

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Hospital

If you're spending some time in Hospital, Central Park and Precolumbian Gold Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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La Sabana

While visiting La Sabana, you might make a stop by sights like Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica.

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Catedral

If you're spending some time in Catedral, National Museum of Costa Rica and National Theater of Costa Rica are top sights worth seeing.

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Top San José Hotel Reviews

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed here for one night to be close to the airport for a flight the next morning. A wonderful hotel! Staff were very accommodating and kind! The room was clean and premises were absolutely beautiful. I wish I had more time here to enjoy the spa, restaurant, etc but hope to return in the future."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

"It is value for money definitely. On the outside (and inside) it is a very old property. Like if not decades, but many many years and it shows. But you get what you pay for. Few things I did like about the property is that the rooms are really large. I was on the ground floor and had an outer sitting balcony , then a small working area room (with coffee machine), then the bedroom, and then between the bedroom and the bathroom a closet space. Things are not spick and span though, line you sit on the pot and there’s a sink in the ground right in front with some old looking stuff, but the cleaners do their job. They also provide you two bottles of water on check in free, free transport to airport back and fro and decent breakfast with hot and cold dishes. The restaurant area Actualy looks like some resort from Thailand. Also if you’re looking for a tour , the resort is included as pickup point on most tours. People at front desk seem genuinely over worked though. If I visit San Jose again on a short (2-3 days) trip, I would stay here again. I paid less than 80 usd a room and hence its value for money including the fact I didn’t have to take an Ubers (which are illegal in Costa Rica) to and from the airport !"

DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari - San Jose Costa Rica

8/10 Good

"We really enjoyed our stay on our last night in Costa Rica. Staff was friendly, on-site restaurant was delicious! Walking distance to a few restaurants and a market. Pool was nice. The property itself is showing its age. Our room had a musty smell, but was very clean otherwise. Airport shuttle was very convenient! Would stay here again."

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

10/10 Excellent

"Brand new property; very clean and well designed. Beautiful lobby with separate lounge and reading spaces, dining space, bar and outside seating. Excellent self serve buffet breakfast with wide variety of hot and cold food options and even some cook to order items (eg. eggs cooked to order). Free social on Wednesday evenings with food and drinks. Very friendly and helpful staff. Large, beautiful rooms (no carpet!) with lovely mountain views, full sized fridge, and well designed bathroom. Located near a small shopping and restaurant area with a mid-sized grocery store with excellent fresh baked goods! Perfect for snacks and desserts. Rental car company and tour company on-site. Close to the airport but not close to shopping or the city."

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in San José?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in San José's San José neighbourhood.

How many hotels can I expect to find in San José?

When you want to find places to stay in San José, start by booking one of Expedia's 6 hotels and other accommodation options in San José.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in San José, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in San José.

What are the top things to see and do in San José?

A few places to visit in the area around San José include Plaza Práktico, Central Market Alajuela and Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center. While you're out sightseeing in San José, make sure that you visit other sights such as Juan Santamaria Historical Museum or City Mall.

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Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hotel Mango

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Altura Hotel

Poas Volcano Lodge

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Trapp Family Country Inn

Peace Lodge

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Residence Inn By Marriott San Jose Alajuela El Coyol

Guácima Escondida Hotel Boutique

Hotel Bougainvillea San José

El Rodeo Estancia Boutique Hotel & Steakhouse

Serenity Ecolodge Costa Rica

La Riviera Hotel B&B

Villa San Ignacio

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Hotel Aeropuerto

Where to stay in San José

La California

Barrio Escalante

Hospital

La Sabana

Catedral

Top San José Hotel Reviews

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

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